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Let's chat! The purpose of this event is to meet and connect with like-minded investors and to grow our network. Great opportunity to network with investors, lenders, brokers, operators and business leaders. We can all share what we want and need as well as help and bring value to the rest of the community. We will meet at the Ono Brewing Company, 4520 Daly Dr. Ste 102 Chantilly, VA 20151

Reserve your spot for free on **[Eventbrite](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1978363488450?aff=oddtdtcreator)** so we have an accurate guest count. Looking for something fun to do? We will gather for an extended happy hour at **[Punch Bowl Social](https://punchbowlsocial.com/)** ln Arlington, Virginia! This exciting venue offers a vibrant atmosphere, diverse menu and a wide range of entertainment options (from bowling to arcade games). There's something for everyone to enjoy. See the menu at [https://punchbowlsocial.com/location/arlington](https://punchbowlsocial.com/location/arlington) Be the life of the party! We will gather in the **Record Room bar lounge**, which is on the first level. (Simply ask a staffer where it is if you get lost.) Name tags will be available. This LGBTQ+ community-wide social provides everyone a chance to mingle, socialize and share community spirit in a fun setting. All your friends are welcome. Fabulous people from all over the world are expected. It's FREE to attend. Casual attire is fine; this will be a relaxing and fun time. Simply pay for drinks using your own credit card or cash; there is no group tab. This is a 21+ establishment., so bring your ID with you. Go Gay DC is Metro Washington DC's inclusive LGBTQ+ community focused on friendship, leadership, and service. It now reaches over 10K fabulous people and is growing fast. For more fun events like this, visit [https://www.gogaydc.com](https://www.gogaydc.com/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExQ2szaGoyNWtXVFJwUTVWUnNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR6P8pIdeFbl30Lpm-z0RXgMxaYNUVCTF7-TgRyqlJMrA2_NVXTHtYrMofLnvA_aem_ysI8IR_RKSqBP_Pww4QPDQ) Go Gay DC founder and leader **[TJ Flavell](https://www.linkedin.com/in/tjflavell/)** will be there. You are welcome regardless of where you live. Guests from DC, Maryland, and Virginia often attend. **Be Eco-friendly:** You are encouraged to take Metro. Ballston/MU stop is only one city block from Punch Bowl Social. Ballston is served by the Orange/Silver lines. Ballston is also a major bus hub. Punch Bowl Social is on the left end. Go to Metro Trip Planner: [https://www.wmata.com/schedules/trip-planner/](https://www.wmata.com/schedules/trip-planner/) Enter the main glass doors at Ballston Metro Center building, veer right, and go up the escalator. Walk across the sky bridge and you'll reach Ballston Quarter without having to walk outside. [Watch the helpful video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7xkDoum7pyA). Punch Bowl Social is on the left end. **Parking Garage:** Ballston Quarter offers public garage spaces available for $1 for 3 hours. Details: [https://www.arlingtonva.us/Government/Programs/Transportation/Locations/Ballston-Public-Parking-Garage](https://www.arlingtonva.us/Government/Programs/Transportation/Locations/Ballston-Public-Parking-Garage) This event is a safe, inclusive space for everyone under the rainbow. Go Gay DC is on social media: Join the Facebook Group [https://www.facebook.com/groups/GoGayDC](https://www.facebook.com/groups/GoGayDC) Like the Facebook Page [https://www.facebook.com/GoGayDC](https://www.facebook.com/GoGayDC) Follow on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/GoGayDC](https://www.instagram.com/GoGayDC) Follow on Threads [https://www.threads.com/@GoGayDC](https://www.threads.com/@GoGayDC?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExN2tRNWxxbmJINDBLRjgyeHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR6jUqAs04dERUn9B7wK995x6kj8BCM533E1yXuSLVuqMlmf_JLD24I5dx8wtA_aem_4RJ81Rv7vBarf9FqBjixbg) Follow on Bluesky [https://gogaydc.bsky.social/](https://gogaydc.bsky.social/) Follow on X [https://www.x.com/GoGayDC](https://www.x.com/GoGayDC) Watch on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/GoGayDC](https://www.youtube.com/GoGayDC) LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/GoGayDC](https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/GoGayDC?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExN2tRNWxxbmJINDBLRjgyeHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR6w6hV7nnd4_ib7hO4sGpsSn_cdXfPd75Bu3M7zmEi9Dl9TPCaWhdsOiMuyEg_aem_2P-pfs9FaQjn7QAvmFHriw) Search keywords: LGBT LGBTQ LGBTQI LQBTQIA Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Queer Intersex Straight Allies

Welcome to a new year with all new food adventures! Our NEIGHBORHOOD GEMS series features emblematic meals from around the world. This series shines a light on local restaurants and is designed to bring together inquisitive foodies and dishes that are unique and oh so worth a trip on roads less traveled! Join us for a memorable evening at ***Beteseb Restaurant*** \- one of Tom Sietsema's top 40 Restaurants in the area \(October 2025\)\! **Washingtonian (Jan 2025)** Lately, we've gravitated to this homey SIlver Spring dining room for our injera fix. The vegetarian platter is a gorgeous color wheel showcasing tumeric - spiced cabbage, vibrant sauteed greens, and three kinds of lentils, each distinct and delicious. Green salad, often an afterthought, gets a zippy dressing. Omnivores: Add the excellent beef tibs to your platter. Even if you upgrade to the juicy rib eye, Beteseb offers incredible value. **Washington Post (October 2025)** Declaring “the best” Ethiopian restaurant in a region overstocked with them is a challenge. While their menus tend to read alike, they distinguish themselves with fine points. Let’s just say Beteseb Restaurant in Silver Spring is where I think about going most often when I need my kitfo and vegetable fix. No other Ethiopian spot of my acquaintance has a more compelling physical menu. It comes in the shape of a round of injera, with lush, life-size photos of some of the dishes you can order. My current fascination is dullet: boiled, ground beef tripe seasoned with cardamom, jalapeño and mitmita — a torch song trilogy rounded out with garlic, onion and butter. I like to pair the offal with one of the top vegetable combinations around, a garden of delights gathering lentils in three colors: near-melting cabbage, garlicky collard greens and an orange puddle of shiro, chickpea flour stew shot through with onion, garlic and berbere. Thought has gone into the 50-seat storefront, a wall of which reflects a shade of yellow lentils and a corner of which displays woven baskets and wine. A silver-toned silhouette of Addis Ababa adds to the interior appeal. Beteseb translates from Amharic to “family,” which sums up both the business owned by chef Darmyelesh Alemu and her brother, Aynalem Zeleke, and the chef’s philosophy. “We want you to feel like family when you come in,” she says. Done! **Check out the menu** [here](https://www.betesebrestaurant.com/menu-1) Separate checks will be arranged in advance. All diners will settle their own tabs. We ask that ALL folks honor their RSVP. If you are unable to attend after sending in a YES, please update your status so that others may join and help us support local businesses. In the event our group incurs a fee for no-shows / late cancellations, your ability to RSVP for future events will be restricted. Thank you in advance for your understanding. To enhance the opportunity for great conversation, we will continue to limit the group size. Please feel free to sign-up to meet us along with up to 3 friends. **\*\*** **WAITLIST:** Meetup does not allow waitlists for paid events. *If this event fills and you would like to be added to the waitlist, please send a note to the host through the Meetup app. **\*\**** In the future, we will vary the days of the week and the types of restaurants to keep events interesting. PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU ARE COMMITTED TO GO WHEN YOU RSVP FOR THIS EVENT. Feel free to make suggestions for future meet locations. \*\* The small non-refundable registration fee helps us share the cost associated with the Meet-Up platform ($360/yr) and reduces the likelihood of no-shows, allowing us to better plan our events and accommodate all participants. Meetup charges $0.51 and Paypal charges $0.53 on the $2 registration fee. Thanks in advance for your understanding!\*\* If you are unable to join us in January, we hope you'll stay interested and join us for a meal in the future. Looking forward to catching up with you for delightful Ethiopian dinner at Beteseb Restaurant!

You must read the following NVHC Sign-in Sheet Statement/Liability Disclaimer, [https://nvhc.com/signin.pdf ](https://nvhc.com/signin.pdf)and then answer the question that you will see when you RSVP with "I accept" to be permitted on the hike. This is a 6.8 mile on the Fairfax Cross County Trail with little elevation gain. We will start at the Georgetown Pike Difficult Run parking lot and hike south to Colvin Run Mill near route 7 where we will have a short break for a snack and then retrace our steps. There are two stream crossings each way, one on big boulders and another on cement pylons. We hike at a pace of 2.0-2.5 mph when moving. Dogs are permitted on this hike in accordance with the NVHC Dog Policy. [https://tinyurl.com/nvhcdogpolicy](https://tinyurl.com/nvhcdogpolicy) Due to parking and permit restrictions the hike will be limited to 24 attendees. If there is a lot of rain prior to the hike it may need to be rescheduled. Leader: Ed Brimberg 703-944-9920 (C) [Rating: D](https://nvhc.com/hikeinfo/ratings/) Meet: 8:30am at the Georgetown Pike Difficult Run parking lot. GPS coordinates: 38.978760, -77.249163 [https://maps.app.goo.gl/uNmf6hM3zzx5xFJL9](https://maps.app.goo.gl/uNmf6hM3zzx5xFJL9) All Trails Map: [https://www.alltrails.com/explore/recording/activity-august-5-2024-29c0c0e?u=i&sh=7cs7ov](https://www.alltrails.com/explore/recording/activity-august-5-2024-29c0c0e?u=i&sh=7cs7ov) Park Entry Fee: $0.00 Colvin Run Mill Web Site: [http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/colvinrunmill/](http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/colvinrunmill/)

Join us as we do an invigorating outdoor walk and talk in Historic Greenbelt MD. Our goal is to walk twice around the 1.4 mile path. Should take about an hour. Afterward, those of us interested will head to nearby Cedars of Lebanon restaurant for lunch and conversation. The address for GPS is Buddy Attic Lake Park. 555 Crescent Rd. Greenbelt, MD. Meet us in the parking lot. Thank you! .....Ross A.

Join us for a high energy, music driven workout that fuses classic step aerobics with light weights for total body toning. Expect non-stop beats, easy to follow moves, and feel-good vibes! All levels are welcomed, just bring your rhythm and hustle! Ages 13 and up; FREE **Largo/Kettering/Perrywood Community Center** **[REGISTER THROUGH PARKS DIRECT](https://mdpgparksweb.myvscloud.com/webtrac/web/search.html?Action=Start&SubAction=&_csrf_token=ic6V076M0K683S4E1X342K484U4O504X0F4J4V6E6K6A5R615C4Z175D525B4U1E633Q5E4R1L4Q4R576D006V4H5N54165N4V4955715Q53586G096Y5R6B5I1H5K4N5J&age=0.25&age=0.5&age=0.75&age=1&age=2&age=3&age=4&age=5&age=6&age=7&age=8&age=9&age=10&age=11&age=12&age=13&age=14&age=15&age=16&age=17&age=Adult&age=Senior&primarycode=17698-179E&keyword=&keywordoption=Match+One&showwithavailable=No&spotsavailable=&beginyear=&instructor=&dayoption=All&display=Detail&module=AR&multiselectlist_value=&arwebsearch_buttonsearch=yes)** For fastest response to any questions, or for more information, please contact Health and Wellness directly via email [wellness@pgparks.com](http://wellness@pgparks.com/)

Join us for Ping Pong and Pizza night! This is a fun event for those who like to be active and be social. Parking in the back and street parking available. Guests must be over 50 to attend. This is a Non Reservation event. Seating is first come first serve. Food and Drink menu available If the weather is bad I will reschedule this event RSVP today!

Are you wanting to get unstuck from unconscious blocks that are sabotaging your life? Are you ready to see your future clearly and follow your heart's desire? Family Constellation is soulful work that was developed by Bert Hellinger in Germany. Use it to become empowered to get the health, wealth, love, and for issues proving difficult to treat with traditional therapy. Learn highly effective techniques to liberate yourself from patterns and reawaken your vitality, confidence, and joy! Move forward in life with renewed purpose. A constellation provides a “living map” of key impactful issues and leads you towards the restoration of balance, order, harmony and healing. Each of us, whether participant or observer, taps into information that exists and benefits from the knowledge. The real power is knowing where we came from, where we belong and where we want to go. You will also learn how to identify the unconscious loyalties, unresolved traumas, and hidden dynamics that contribute to patterns of illness, complaint, and disappointment. This energy field therapy provides assistance to make peace with the past, freeing us to reside in the present, and to generate a new fulfilling future. BIOGRAPHY Randy Goldberg LMT is a graduate of the DC Hellinger Institute, and of advanced studies in Family Constellation with Heinz Stark of Germany. He is a former Yoga monk, Craniosacral therapist, and a world renowned-astrologer (both Western and Vedic) interviewed by the Washington Post, NPR, and CNN. He facilitates Family Constellation therapy for individuals and groups. More info. at www.randygoldberg.org 202-380-6850 or randygoldberg.org@gmail.com 1-5pm $65 Register at https://www.wellnessliving.com/rs/event/teal_center?k_class=870820&fbclid=IwY2xjawPHptZicmlk

Hello! This month, we'll kick off the New Year by meeting up at Upside, a food court with a nice diversity of choices: https://upsideonmoore.com/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22409604437&gbraid=0AAAAA-n-Mx6DDAdGkFKMcGKSuvbQ4L1uA&gclid=CjwKCAiAraXJBhBJEiwAjz7MZUtxlivbHMbXTCXx80BdfJS3TiCHCi_ztAKVEFiKJBi827Jb48uXBRoCcC4QAvD_BwE A couple of disclaimers: this is not a "meet market." Many of us desire to become DINKs at some point, while others do not; let's not assume the former for anyone. In the spirit of the overall group, this is inclusive in that regard. But please just come with the intent to have fun and connect with other CFs, not to hook up or partner up. If it happens naturally, awesome. But please don't have that goal in mind. Here are directions here: https://upsideonmoore.com/visit-us You can park for free after 6 p.m. with validation, and it's right near the Rosslyn Metro station. You may bring one guest provided they're single and childfree. If you want to bring a guest at the last minute and we have the room, please let me know beforehand so we can arrange the amount of seating. No reservations, so we'll try to accommodate as many as we can. Additionally, please remove your name if you do RSVP but can't make it suddenly.

Are you wanting to get unstuck from unconscious blocks that are sabotaging your life? Are you ready to see your future clearly and follow your heart's desire? Family Constellation is soulful work that was developed by Bert Hellinger in Germany. Use it to become empowered to get the health, wealth, love, and for issues proving difficult to treat with traditional therapy. Learn highly effective techniques to liberate yourself from patterns and reawaken your vitality, confidence, and joy! Move forward in life with renewed purpose. A constellation provides a “living map” of key impactful issues and leads you towards the restoration of balance, order, harmony and healing. Each of us, whether participant or observer, taps into information that exists and benefits from the knowledge. The real power is knowing where we came from, where we belong and where we want to go. You will also learn how to identify the unconscious loyalties, unresolved traumas, and hidden dynamics that contribute to patterns of illness, complaint, and disappointment. This energy field therapy provides assistance to make peace with the past, freeing us to reside in the present, and to generate a new fulfilling future. BIOGRAPHY Randy Goldberg LMT is a graduate of the DC Hellinger Institute, and of advanced studies in Family Constellation with Heinz Stark of Germany. He is a former Yoga monk, Craniosacral therapist, and a world renowned-astrologer (both Western and Vedic) interviewed by the Washington Post, NPR, and CNN. He facilitates Family Constellation therapy for individuals and groups. More info. at www.randygoldberg.org 202-380-6850 or randygoldberg.org@gmail.com 1-5pm $65 Register at https://www.wellnessliving.com/rs/event/teal_center?k_class=870820&fbclid=IwY2xjawPHptZicmlk

Join us for a laid-back Sunday Brunch. The Brunch is All-You-Can-Eat buffet and a bottle of Champagne (750 ml) with Orange Juice. You make your own mimosa. Just only for $ 35.00 per person without tax & gratuity! It includes French toast, pancakes, waffles, omelettes made to order, Pasta, Salads, Roast Beef, Pork Ribs, oyster bar, cheese bar and Salmon, plenty of fresh fruit, yogurt, cakes, cookies, and pudding....mmmm! After brunch, we mingle and socialize. http://photos2.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/7/8/e/8/600_400350952.jpeg http://photos4.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/7/c/e/e/600_400351982.jpeg

At Unity of Columbus, our Youth and Family Ministry nurtures the spiritual growth of children and families through love, joy, and practical spiritual teachings. Each Sunday, children explore timeless spiritual principles through stories, creative activities, music, and group sharing in a safe and welcoming environment. Our program encourages children to discover their own inner light, express kindness, and develop a personal connection with God. Together, we celebrate diversity, cultivate understanding, and inspire each child to live with purpose and compassion. Parents and families are invited to join in this uplifting journey of learning, laughter, and spiritual connection.